Dr Jill McGarry - The Sleep Doctor

Find the full transcript https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk/lounge Unlocking Sleep Insights: From Caveman Strategies to Modern-Day Solutions In this episode of the Resilient Kid podcast, hosted by Ashley Costello and featuring sleep expert Dr. Jill McGarry, listeners are introduced to valuable insights on managing sleep challenges in parents, teens, and neurodivergent children. Dr. McGarry discusses the significance of identifying whether one is a night owl or early bird and highlights the evolutionary basis behind partnering with someone of opposite sleep patterns. They delve into the importance of understanding and addressing the 'Sunday night dread,' optimizing sleep hygiene, and managing sleep for neurodivergent individuals through practical tips like increasing daylight exposure. The conversation ends with a focus on the critical role of sleep in achieving mental and physical well-being, especially for teens. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:24 The Importance of Knowing Your Sleep Type 02:29 Sunday Night Anxiety and Sleep Tips 05:49 Dr. Jill McGarry's Journey into Sleep Science 09:21 Teenagers and Sleep Challenges 13:56 Sleep Issues in Neurodivergent Children 14:19 The Science of Sleep and Practical Tips 27:23 Final Thoughts and Top Sleep Tips DR JILLS LINKS Website: www.sleepbetterdoctor.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jill-mcgarry/ USEFUL LINKS Sign up to our newsletter: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/93026367927485942/share Waitlist for “The Resilient Teen Book”: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/99191751839844341/share Waitlist for "The Teen Coaches": https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/99186184125678667/share Get “A Parents Guide To Raising A Resilient Kid” Book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739302605  SOCIAL LINKS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resilientkiduk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientkid/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/resilientkid/ Pinterest: https://za.pinterest.com/resilientacademy/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theresilientkid957 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashley-costello Website: https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk/